Saturday, May 9, 2009

The weather is getting warmer, the days are getting longer, and my thoughts have turned to the BBQ. I usually BBQ right through the winter, but there was no much snow this winter that I just did not feel like shovelling a path out to the grill. But, now that the porch is snow-free, it's time to BBQ again! This is a very simple dish, and the kids just love it.

INGREDIENTS

- 1 pkg extra firm tofu, cut into 8 slices

- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

- 1/3 cup maple syrup

- 2 tbsp water

- 1 tbsp olive oil

- salt and pepper to taste

METHOD

1. Whisk together all ingredients (except tofu, of course) in a bowl. Place tofu in a baking dish and pour half of the marinade over it, turning to coat. Let marinate for 30 mins, if you have the time, turning once.

2. Heat grill to med-hi. Place remaining marinade in a small saucepan and bring to bubbling over medium heat. Reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 mins, until reduced and syrupy.

3. While marinade is reducing, grill the tofu, 3-4 mins per side, then rotating 90 degrees and grilling 3-4 per side again. Baste tofu with marinade with each turn.

What an amazing and simple recipe! Tried it last night, and WOW! The combination of balsamic and maple were perfect for grilling tofu.I cooked mine on a stove top griddle, and it worked just fine! Thanks for sharing; this is a keeper!

I've been eying many of the recipes on this blog for a while, but this was the first I actually tried. My hubby and I live in Texas and just purchased our first bbq to avoid heating up the kitchen. We LOVED this recipe! Such terrific flavor! It also worked splendidly as leftovers.